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GLASS CUTTING CLASS Sat 1st June, 1pm - 3pm. Learn hands-on glass cutting techniques & tips on how to successfully cut & break glass safely. Leadlight Expressions, Historic Village, 17th Ave Ph 571 3726
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CAR FAIR – buy or sell any vehicle every Sunday at 11th Avenue Car park opposite Mad Butcher 8am-noon. Vehicle Finance available from Heartland Finance. Ph for more information 027 733 9686 or www.taurangacarfair.co.nz
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COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s tuition, or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you & don’t charge extra for travel. Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078
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AVOCADO CUT & stored for 6 months. Trailer load $30 or tandem load $60. Ph 548 0766 FIREWOOD FOR SALE Dry split Pine $70 cubic metre delivered. Ph 544 3124 FIREWOOD FREE DELIVERY for sale. Carristina & Lawon mix. $75 cubic metre. Ph Scott today on 027 462 4769 SHED STORED firewood for sale, free delivery. Ph Croc 021 0824 1958
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COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT Putaruru $137,000 plus GST. Long term progressive tenant 8.35 % return. Ph 543 1468 GARAGE “DOMINATOR” single tilt-a-door. Complete with remote. Viewing near Greerton. Offers. Ph 578 5827 or 027 336 2511 PAVERS factory seconds half price. 55 Hull Rd, Mt Maunganui. Ph 575 4887 SCHOOL UNIFORM Brookfield Primary. Grab some winter uniforms, Tshirts etc… boys & girls. We have moved so must go! Bulk buy the bag for only $30 sizes 5yrs to 12yrs – approx 40-50 items in the bag – text 027 211 9193 SMALL CONCRETE SLEEPERS everlasting and realistic from $9.00 each. Village Stone 55 Hull Rd Mt Maunganui Ph 575 4887
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MATURE COUPLE 12 years experience Tauranga area. Large CV of local house sitting references, available from, 19th July - 20th August then from 21st November - 20th December. Ph 027 302 8328
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AFFORDABLE EXPERIENCED GARDENER Lawns, regular maintenance, Autumn tidy ups, green waste removed. Domestic hedges & shrub care. Free WINZ quotes. Ph Chris 578 5825 GARDENER AVAILABLE Pruning, spraying, weeding, rubbish removal. Ph Tracey on 578 9779 for a free quote
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INNERWISE AIDS HEALING on an emotional & physical lever. One on one sessions, courses available. Ph Debbie 543 3670 MOBILE FINGERS & TOES Manicure & Pedicure maintenance, reflexology massage – I come to you. For all ages & I specialise in nail care for the elderly. Ph Sheryle 577 0673 NATURAL NEW ZEALAND Health Products. Something for everyone. NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners. Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www.naturaltherapiesnz.com & www.kiwikitz.com
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AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses. Ph 0800 369 6269
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FOR ALL DISABILITY needs, visit our showroom 29 Burrows St, Tauranga Ph 578 1213 MES “Supporting you Independence” for 12+years. STAIRLIFTS – Make life easy with a stairlift enjoy the home you love by installing an Acorn Stairlift. Call us now TOLL FREE 0800 782 475 or www.acornstairlifts.co.nz
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GOT A NAUGHTY DOG? Barking, being destructive, growling, unsociable, chewing the kids, howling, pulling on the lead, or anxious to be without you. Ph Wendy 021 070 0111
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FOR YOUNG ADULTS with a mild disability. enjoy hot pools, bowling, dining out, dancing, Ph Edna 575 3739 or Suzy 576 9831
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BUILDER registered over 40 years experience. Renovation a speciality. Bathrooms, decks, etc. Plans & permits arranged. Ph Vaughan 578 9334 EXTERIOR HOUSE WASHING bsp house washing. 30 years in the industry, high & low pressure cleaning. Competitive rates, free quotes. Ph Mark 027 699 8356 a/hours 544 4541 GORSE SPRAYING Do you have a gorse problem? Ph today for a free quote for all gorse control. Ph Scott 027 462 4769 GUTTERING CLEAN and repairs moss removal. Experienced Certified Roofer. Free quotes. Ph Peter now 542 4291 or 0274 367 740 HANDYMAN BUILDING, property maintenance & repairs. Waterblasting, house washing, roof painting. Ph Mark 543 3670 HANDYMAN BUILDING & section maintenance, decks,
fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 INSECT SCREENS Measure. Make. Mend. Contact Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940 PAINTER accomplished reliable tradesman. Available now. For free advice & quote Ph Barry 021 518 994 or 07 579 0119 PAINTER / A1 DECORATOR available. All interior & exterior work. Prompt, reliable, excellent references. Ph Paul 576 4793 or 027 689 6252
PAINTER / DECORATOR Interior & Exterior, quality workmanship friendly services. Over 20 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307 PAINTING & PAPERING work wanted. 40 years experience in the trade. Professional workmanship & free quotes. Ph Alpro Painters 022 062 3590 ROOF PAINTING & maintenance. Free quotes! Ph Mark 543 3670 or 021 0273 8840 ROOF REPAIRS metal or onduline gutters & down pipes clean or replacement chimney repairs. Certified Roofer over 30yrs experience Free quote. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 ROOFING & SPOUTING Metal fascia, gutter & rainwater systems. Long run corrugate. Maintenance, repairs or replacement. Free no obligation quotes. PROFIX 027 496 5375 profixltd@xtra.co.nz ROOFING new roofs re-roofs spouting & repairs. Free quotes. Ph Chris 027 276 6348 or 572 3237 SCAFFOLDING prompt free quotes, friendly service, DIY or full erect & dismantle services. Safe, certified, cost effective. Safeplank Scaffolding 021 680 555
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A DAY OR NIGHT AWAY of your choice. Tours to suit you. Ph Geoff 552 5278 or George 549 4925 for a no obligation quote www.scott-tours.co.nz A HOLIDAY or day-out. Every week. Small Group Tours. Door to Door Hinterland Tours Ph Kae & Rick 07 575 8118 BAYLINE COACHES Day trips, away trips or sight seeing & tours! Call for a free quote today Ph 578 3113 EAST AFRICA 2014 Personalised Safari with The African Touch. Over 20 years experience. 2013 fully booked, now taking bookings for 2014. Take advantage of our early bird special, see website. www.africantouch.net Email info@africantouch.net or Ph 09 4315 444 SCOTTSDALE SENIOR TOURS fully escorted owner/operated since 1978. Ph free for colour brochure today 0800 664 414. Also see www.scottsdaletours.co.nz THE SUNDAY LUNCH CLUB Vilagrad Winery (Ohaupo) 9 June, The Trading Post (Paengaroa) 23 June. We can take your group to cultural & sporting events! Ph 07 544 1383 www.tastingtours.co.nz
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COINS & BANKNOTES NZ Gov Lic Dealer is buying all pre NZ decimal coins, Aust, English & world coins. Also buying all banknotes especially NZ pre decimal notes. Top cash paid. Please Ph Brian 575 9928 MALE BALLROOM dance partner, must be committed for practices and competitions. Aged between 9 & 10. No experience needed. Ph 027 411 7652 SILVER ITEMS all old tea sets,
trays, salvers, cig cases, cutlery, tea caddy’s, jugs, bowls, etc. Looking for all silver items. NZ Gov Lic Dealer. Pay top cash prices. Please Ph Brian 575 9928
STUMPINATOR STUMP Grinding free quotes & prompt service. Narrow machine to access rear yards. Ph 576 4245 or 022 076 4245 TAURANGA TANDEM SKYDIVING Best Buzz in the Bay, Gift Vouchers. Ph 576 7990 TILER QUALIFIED TILER references available free quotes all types of work done from kitchen splashbacks to full tiled bathrooms. Contact Nelson 021 609 289
TIMBER RETAINING WALLS decks and all types of fencing. Excellent work at a competitive price. Ph Clive 021 048 2833 or 552 6510 TREE SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping removal, rubbish removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 1857 TREES TREES TREES Felling, Pruning, Maintenance, Chipping, & Removal. Ph Scott Today on 027 462 4769
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The weather might be closing in but it doesn’t mean you need to be stuck indoors for the next few months. It is a great time to be getting out to discover our backyard – both around the Western Bay or further afield. Tourism Bay of Plenty i-site information consultant Joel Bell says there are still plenty of attractions on offer during the cooler months, as long as minimum numbers are met. Around the Western Bay, he suggests trips to Classic Flyers aviation museum or Katikati Heritage Museum offer interesting indoor day-trip activities to ensure the weather does not pose a problem. Joel says Classic Flyers offers a range of interesting aviation and military exhibits, along with the chance to see some old classic planes in the process of restoration. “The men who are doing the restoration work are more than happy to talk to visitors about what they are doing.” In Katikati the museum, which last year was bought by a community trust, will run a special exhibition on the royal family over June to coincide with Queens Birthday Weekend. It will be the second themed month-long exhibition, following the highly successful military-focussed Anzac April month. Museum manager Paula Gaelic says the Anzac exhibition has reminded people about the museum’s great collection, showing it is a great day-trip destination for people from throughout the Western Bay and beyond. Joel recommends McLaren’s Fall kayaking trips as another great option for people looking for something close to home, saying the dusk trips to see glow
worms is an amazing experience and does not require a high level of fitness. “It’s an absolutely awesome experience. I was blown-away when I did it and it’s an activity that’s great for all ages.” He says other great day trip options include visiting Kiwi 360, which offers an informative insight into the kiwifruit industry, to the nearby Comvita visitor centre in Paengaroa to learn about the manuka honey industry, Kaituna River Jet trips or visiting Te Puna Quarry Park for the park’s art exhibitions. Further afield in Eastern Bay of Plenty, trips to White Island offer a fascinating day trip for people wanting to see the volcanic island close-up. Visitors can choose from simply flying around the island by plane, a helicopter trip that lands briefly on the island or a boat trip that includes more time walking around the volcanic crater and is guided by geologists. Joel says other popular day-trip destinations were to Rotorua, Coromandel, Hamilton or Taupo, while the Waitomo Caves are popular with those happy to take longer day-trips. “Quite a few people are driving across to Hamilton then taking the train down to Wellington to stay for a few days and get their big city fix. This is quite a popular choice at the moment.” Bayline Coaches sales manager Tracy Dragovich says trips to Rotorua are always a popular daytrip option whether it is to Maori cultural shows and hangi, Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park, or any of the other attractions. Closer to home, Tracy says, guided trips through the Port of Tauranga and to the Waihi gold mine are also popular daytrip choices. By Hamish Carter
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A sure and certain salvation Our church in Auckland is involved in a couple of outreach programmes, facilitating consistent and powerful opportunities to speak to people about Jesus and salvation in Him. One of these outreaches is in a market in a local mall, where people from a couple of churches look after a stall. Passers-by are invited to participate in a clearly defined ‘spiritual survey’. Significant discussions take place, and often I receive an email the following week that briefly details the key points of these (anonymous) conversations. Always, I am shocked by two things. Firstly, the number of people who have no idea who Jesus is, and have no comprehension of the gospel. Secondly, and more distressingly, the number of people who state clearly that
they are Christians (even mentioning the church they attend and how long they have been attending),who then confess that they don’t really know who Jesus is, they don’t know about sin or repentance or the cross or about the necessity of new birth. If Jesus was to return tonight, many people attending church who have a false hope of salvation, based on a false gospel or based on a wrong understanding of what scripture says concerning salvation, will find themselves hearing Jesus say on that great Day of Judgment: ‘depart from Me, I never knew you’ (Matthew 7:21-23). They will say ‘Lord, Lord’ but He will not know them because they were never born again, even though they attended church and did good things. In John 3:3, Jesus says that unless someone is born again, they cannot see the Kingdom of God. New birth in Christ requires a person to
acknowledge that he is a sinner because of mankind’s inherent sinning nature of selfseeking rebellion, which separates us from a holy and righteous God. A person needs to wholeheartedly repent of his sin and needs to turn completely away from living for himself (according to the desires of his own heart) and then to surrender his life to Jesus. There is no forgiveness without repentance and a person remains separated from God until he has been forgiven. The consequence of new birth is new life in Christ, a new heart, a new spirit and a desire to become more like Jesus and to live for Him. Do you know Jesus, not just know something about Him, but do you know Him? Have you have come to salvation in Him through new birth? Be certain of your salvation. Eternity depends on it. By Peter Whitcombe, Jesus First Church
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Word of God We are a non-denominational, autonomous congregation. We believe that the Bible is the word of God and so, is our only source of authority in matters of religion and everyday life.
We believe that Jesus is not only the Son of God but that he is also the head of the church, and that no one should overrule His wishes. We believe that this life is not all there is but that the soul is eternal and will continue in heaven or in hell. We believe that Jesus is not only worth dying for but is also worth living for.
Pin Up Pet of the Week Practices and people Author Annie Dillard comments that, “how we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives”. It seems so very plain and obvious. Given more careful thought though, it is a spectacularly profound insight. Life is essentially made up of and built around practices, rhythms, spaces and people: “how we spend our days”. Your practice might be watching television, your rhythm could be three hours a day, your space may be your bedroom, regarding people – you might do this alone. This combination builds a certain kind of life. If you change these variables you change the makeup of your life. For example, watching television, three hours a week (a movie), in your living room, with your spouse or a group of friends. It builds a different kind of life. Jesus Christ offers a different way of life, in fact, the early Christians were known as “Followers of the Way”. The Christian faith is thus a way of living where (through on-going faith and repentance) one places oneself under the care, providence, governance and Lordship of God. All of life is then to be lived in a manner that honours God and is aligned to His on-going mission of redemption, reconciliation and renewal in the world. In light of this, what “practice, rhythm, space, people” combinations might be helpful in ensuring that as Christ-followers we live the way of Jesus? By Joseph McAuley
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My name is Libby and I am a very lucky 10 year old female cat. I was brought to the SPCA after I was found in a bag in a car at a wreckers yard that was about to be crushed. I am a very pretty girl and can’t believe that someone would do that to any cat, let alone one as nice and rehomable as me. I have an awesome nature and I am looking forward to being adopted by wonderful new owners who will love me and look after me for the rest of my life so that I never have to worry about being abandoned ever again. Please come in and meet me and see just how nice I am or phone 5780245 for more information. Ref no. 18435
Organisations working together Representatives from Tauranga and Mount RSAs met with Sun Media staff this week to receive $500 in donations, raised through a recent Poppy Day Feature in The Weekend Sun. Each RSA received $250. Pictured: Sun Media general manager Ross Brown, with Tauranga RSA manager Graham Howard, chairperson Heather Waldron, Mount RSA manager Peter Moss and president Paul Franks.
Look for the beauty “I keep my ideals because, in spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.” ANNE FRANK When I apply this concept to my life and to those around me it allows me to see more clearly the inherent beauty in each person. When I choose this approach, the goodness always overshadows the limitations that exist in me, and in those around me, because that’s the direction I’m looking in and that’s the expectation I’m choosing to apply. How often are we tempted to see the flaws in another, rather than look for the beauty that is there as well?
Historic Village looking for friends Anyone interested in the Tauranga Historic Village on 17th Avenue is invited to the inaugural meeting of the Friends of The Historic Village on Thursday, May 28 at 5.30pm. Tauranga City councillor Catherine Stewart says the invite is for anyone passionate about the village. “Whoever wants to support the village [can
come along], whether it be by helping to do heritage tours, some work in the garden or even passive membership, just to be kept up-to-date with whatever’s going on in the village. “People can get to know more about the historic village. We can also take you on a walkabout as well for those who aren’t familiar with the village.”